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With spring work in the books and eyes squarely focused on what lies ahead, the Texas Longhorns are preparing for a critical 2026 season, as it could serve as one of the program's best chances at bringing home a national championship.

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What Went Wrong for Texas in Loss Against Tennessee in Women's College World Series

The Texas Longhorns returned to Oklahoma City for the Women's College World Series, looking to defend their national championship from a season ago. However, that quest hasn't gotten off to the best of starts.

Texas Longhorns News / A to Z Sports / May 29

Texas softball coach Mike White makes surprising admission that explains first round loss to the Lady Vols in College World Series

The Lady Vols pulled off a big upset in the first round of the College World Series, taking down the Texas Longhorns, the defending national champs. Tennessee will take on Texas Tech next.

College Baseball News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 29

Texas Starting Pitcher and Lineup for Regional Game Against Holy Cross

The Texas Longhorns open up the NCAA Tournament as the No. 6 seed and the host of the Austin Regional for the 39th time in program history. In a field consisting of UC Santa Brabra, Tarleton State and Holy Cross, the Longhorns have one of the easier regionals this season and look to break their four-year Omaha drought in 2026. As the No.

Texas Longhorns News / Softball On SI / May 28

Hometown Hero Delivers For Tennessee in WCWS Win Over Texas

A hometown hero homered in her first at-bat at the Women's College World Series and helped the Tennessee Lady Vols take down the Texas Longhorns 6-3 on Thursday afternoon at Devon Park in Oklahoma City.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 28

Texas Softball Drops First Game of Women's College World Series vs. Tennessee

The Texas Longhorns will once again have to work with their backs against the wall and stare at elimination once more after dropping their first game of the Women's College World Series.

College Softball News / Field Level Media / May 28

Tennessee rides Elsa Morrison HR, tames Texas bats

Freshman Elsa Morrison smashed the first pitch she saw over the center field fence for a three-run home run in the second inning and Tennessee beat defending national champion Texas 6-3 in the Women's College World Series at Oklahoma City on Thursday afternoon.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 28

5 Areas the Texas Longhorns Need To Improve In Order To Win a Title

The Texas Longhorns went 10-3 last season, falling just short of making the playoffs for the third year in a row. Judging by Texas' offseason, they do not intend on repeating that in 2026.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 28

Texas Target Cancels Upcoming Trips Ahead of Austin Official Visit

Texas has a busy summer for recruiting ahead, and it begins with a packed list of upcoming official visits. Several Longhorns commits, potential flip targets and uncommitted recruits will visit Austin, Texas, as the season for official visits kicks off.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 28

Texas Baseball Regional Central: Starting Pitchers, Lineups, Everything You Need to Know

For the second straight season, the Texas Longhorns will be playing postseason baseball at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. After racking up 40 wins during the regular season, they were announced as the No.

Steve Sarkisian News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 28

Steve Sarkisian Sends Harrowing Message to the Rest of College Football

College football is at a dangerous crossroads in the sports life cycle. Around the country, much of the focus is on winning a national championship, which is never a bad goal to shoot for as that is the whole point of the sport after all.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 28

Preview: Texas Softball's Women's College World Series Opener vs. Tennessee

The Texas Longhorns will be making their way back to Oklahoma City to defend their national championship. The Longhorns have quickly become accustomed to heading north of the Red River this time of year for the Women's College World Series, with Texas making its third straight appearance.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 27

Rival Head Coach Surprisingly Defends Texas Longhorns' 2025 Resume After Playoff Snub

Among talks of playoff expansion, and the SEC's holdout in the decision-making process, Texas' name comes up frequently. With five top-25 wins, the Longhorns stacked a resume that they believed should have resulted in a playoff berth.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 27

Texas Football Announces Kickoff Times For 2 More Games Next Season

The Texas Longhorns are entering a highly-anticipated 2026 season that could be set to feature some memorable moments and thrilling finishes during the conference slate.

Steve Sarkisian News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 27

Steve Sarkisian Pitches Idea That Would Completely Change How the SEC Operates

As the SEC meetings continue to roll on, the feeling around Destin, Florida is the uneasiness of the direction the sport is heading, particularly regarding conference championships and the College Football Playoffs.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 27

3 Factors That Will Determine Texas Football's Offensive Ceiling

The Texas Longhorns will be looked at as one of the top teams heading into the 2026 season, with plenty of expectations of being a national championship contender and with a chance at being the preseason No.

Colin Simmons News / Draft Nation / May 27

2027 NFL Prospect Profile: Texas Edge Rusher Colin Simmons

Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons has rapidly emerged as one of the most dangerous defensive prospects in college football and a potential centerpiece of the 2027 NFL Draft class.

College Football News / Yardbarker / May 26

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian apologizes for controversial Ole Miss comments

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian recently torched the Ole Miss Rebels for their academic standards.

New LSU HC Lane Kiffin gives thoughts on return to Ole Miss

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Sean Miller Reveals How the Transfer Portal Impacts Roster Retention

The transfer portal has heavily defined this era of college athletics. According to Yahoo Sports, there were 2,605 men's Division I college basketball players who entered the transfer portal at the conclusion of the 2025–26 season.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / May 26

Sean Miller Could Not Be More Excited About Newest Additions to the Texas Longhorns

Optimism abounded for the Texas Longhorns’ men’s basketball team after making a run to the Sweet 16 in Sean Miller’s first season as head coach. Things changed quickly, though, between the transfer portal and Dailyn Swain entering the NBA draft.

Texas Longhorns Loom In Oregon’s Potential Path To Super Regional

Coach Mark Wasikowski and his Oregon Ducks are hosting a regional once again, as they made the cut as the No. 11 seed in the overall tournament. The Ducks will be hosting three solid college baseball programs, as they welcome the Oregon State Beavers, the Yale Bulldogs, and the Washington State Cougars.

College Football News / Yardbarker / May 21

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian seemingly takes swipe at Texas Tech

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian is known as one of the best coaches in college football. He's also not afraid to speak his mind, especially as it relates to his confidence as his team.

Brendan Sorsby's NCAA lawsuit hits snag following judge's recusal

Anonymous Big 12 coach on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby: 'It's over'

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Texas Longhorns News / A to Z Sports / May 19

Texas Longhorns have the chance to land an elite defensive playmaker with versatility over other blue-blood schools

The Texas Longhorns have been recruiting well, but they really need to land this four-star linebacker in the 2027 class. The Texas Longhorns have been doing a good job gathering up their 2027 recruiting class.

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / May 18

Has ESPN's Paul Finebaum lowered expectations for Arch Manning, Texas in 2026?

Few were as bullish on the Texas Longhorns in 2025 as longtime ESPN college football commentator Paul Finebaum. Has he changed his stance after the team failed to meet his expectations last season?

Miami HC Mario Cristobal is right on the money about NIL chaos in college football

ACC, Big 12 join calls to expand College Football Playoff, but some opposition still exists

Will Ohio State or Michigan have a shot at NCAA football championship this year?

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